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5 from 3 votes

Smashed Cucumber Avocado Salad

This smashed cucumber avocado salad is a quick and refreshing side dish tossed in a savory sesame soy dressing and finished with chili crisp and furikake.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

For The Cucumber Salad

  • 6 Persian cucumbers (~1 pound) halved lengthwise
  • 2 large ripe avocados cut into large chunks
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons finely-chopped fresh cilantro
  • Optional toppings: furikake and chili crisp to taste

For The Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1½ teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 small clove garlic finely grated
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt plus more to taste

Instructions

  • Smash the cucumbers. Place the cucumbers flat-side-down on a cutting board and gently smash with the side of a knife until they crack open, then cut the slices on a diagonal into 1-inch pieces.
  • Make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, and salt until the sugar dissolves.
  • Toss. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, avocado, scallions, and cilantro. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  • Finish. Spoon the chili crisp over the top and sprinkle with furikake. Give it a light toss or just serve and enjoy!